Constipation can manifest when digested food lingers in the colon for extended periods. In such cases, excessive water absorption by the colon from the stool can lead to its hardening and dryness, exacerbating the difficulty of passing it. The complexities of digestive processes contribute to this condition, requiring attention and care to restore regular bowel movements. At Agape Family Medical Center, we comprehend the challenges that constipation presents, and our team of medical professionals is dedicated to providing diverse and effective treatments. With personalized care, we aim to alleviate your discomfort and enhance your digestive well-being, allowing you to regain comfort and normalcy in your daily life.

In most instances, constipation is a non-serious condition that can be effectively reversed with minor diet or lifestyle adjustments. Simple changes like increasing water and fiber intake in your diet, regular exercise, and timely response to the urge to use the bathroom can alleviate constipation.

If diet and lifestyle changes prove insufficient in relieving your symptoms, your doctor may recommend the use of laxatives to soften the stool, contract the intestines, lubricate the colon, or facilitate easier bowel movements.

In more persistent cases where dietary modifications, lifestyle changes, or laxatives do not yield the desired results, your doctor may prescribe specific medications like Amitiza, Linzess, Cytotec, or Col-Probenecid. These prescription medications can offer additional relief from constipation.

In rare instances where all other treatments have been ineffective, surgical intervention involving the removal of a portion of the colon may be considered as a potential solution to address chronic constipation.